as in numerous
being of a large but indefinite number
the advantages of the new accounting system are multifold
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Recent Examples of multifold
The reasons the law hasn’t had as dramatic an effect as originally advertised are multifold.
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Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 17 May 2026
The beauty of Salzburg is multifold.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2026
The homicide rate in Mexico increased multifold during Oseguera Cervantes’ reign.
—Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 22 Feb. 2026
Most investors in African startups focus on making equity investments, banking on a model that demands years-long patience with expectations for multifold returns should their portfolio companies become successful.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The advantage of inflating a tent off the side of the vehicle in this way is multifold.
—New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026
The obstacles to higher uptake are multifold and stubborn.
—Elliot Haspel, The Atlantic, 28 Oct. 2025
His options are likely to be multifold, from podcasting like O'Brien to a streaming or cable series like Stewart or Letterman, although streamers have not yet successfully cracked the talk-show format, and anything with Colbert will likely come with a hefty salary.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 19 July 2025
Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 17 May 2026
The beauty of Salzburg is multifold.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2026
The homicide rate in Mexico increased multifold during Oseguera Cervantes’ reign.
—Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 22 Feb. 2026
Most investors in African startups focus on making equity investments, banking on a model that demands years-long patience with expectations for multifold returns should their portfolio companies become successful.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The advantage of inflating a tent off the side of the vehicle in this way is multifold.
—New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026
The obstacles to higher uptake are multifold and stubborn.
—Elliot Haspel, The Atlantic, 28 Oct. 2025
His options are likely to be multifold, from podcasting like O'Brien to a streaming or cable series like Stewart or Letterman, although streamers have not yet successfully cracked the talk-show format, and anything with Colbert will likely come with a hefty salary.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 19 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for multifold
Adjective
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Several local restaurants, a huge FIFA store and numerous activations are part of the grounds.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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Trump has attended numerous sporting events since beginning his second term, including the Super Bowl in New Orleans two seasons ago, the Daytona 500 and the Ryder Cup.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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After trailing by as many as 16 points in the first half, New York cut the deficit to five points at halftime.—
Dan Zaksheske,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Ending birthright citizenship For many decades, presidential administrations and most legal scholars have agreed that the Constitution grants citizenship to nearly all people born in the United States – including children of undocumented immigrants.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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But Cape Verde has avoided conceding, thanks in large part to the heroics of goalkeeper Vozinha, who has made multiple big saves.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
16 June 2026
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The lawsuit, filed against the Redlands Unified School District in March, alleges school officials and administrators did little to address concerns or implement measures to prevent future incidents despite multiple complaints.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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“Multifold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multifold. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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